Mr. Marconi has urinary incontinence and wears a disposable brief. When you enter his room to see if he has been incontinent, what should you say to him?
A. "Do you need to have your diaper changed?"
B. "May I please check to see if you need a change?"
C. "Have you wet yourself?"
D. "Is your diaper wet or dry?"
Answer: B
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